June 10, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Janet A. Blend, 86 of North Versailles died Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at her home. She was born December 1, 1934 in Turtle Creek, a daughter of the late Albert and Millie Merlin. Janet enjoyed gardening, bowling and roller skating. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister Marlyn Marosko. She is survived by her husband Richard Blend, two sons, William Gardner (Jan), Joseph Gardner, one granddaughter Melissa, three great grandchildren, Alexa, Tiera and Amaya. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon Sunday 3-7 p.m. A funeral service will be held Monday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment will be private. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
June 10, 2021 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Andrew M. Ferencz, 70, of West Mifflin, died June 9, 2021. He is the son of the late Andrew and Ann (Babjak) Ferencz. He is survived by his wife Connie (Cortazzo) Ferencz; daughters Shari (David) Horne of West Mifflin and Annie (Eric) Beeson of Morgantown, WV; grandchildren Hunter, Owen and Erin and brother Ronald P. Ferencz of West Mifflin. He was also preceded in death by sisters Marlene Goedeke and Kathy Lesko. Andrew was retired from both US Steel and Alco Parking Authority and was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle, formerly St. Agnes Church. Friends will be received at Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne, on Mon. June 14, 2021 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. A funeral mass will be held Tues. 10:00 am at St. Agnes Church. Interment following Holy Name Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to either St. Jude's Hospital or the Wounded Warrior Project, or donate to the charity of your choice.
June 09, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
John Rosko, age 95 of Clairton, passed away on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 in Arden Courts, Jefferson Hills, Born May 3, 1926 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late George and Mary (Itnatoila) Rosko. A US Army Air Corps Veteran of World War II, John was a member of Ascension of Our Lord Byzantine Catholic Church of Clairton. John retired as an engineer at Bettis Atomic in West Mifflin and also worked at both Old Overholt Distillery in Large and as a policeman for the City of Clairton. He is survived by his wife of 71 years Martha P. (Geletko) Rosko; his children David J. (Sarah Young) Rosko of Phillipsburg, Kathleen (Frank) Rosko Book of Edinsburg, Linda J. (Thomas) O'Brian of Bethel Park, and Robert J. (Michele Vogel) Rosko of Lake Ariel; his grandchildren Matthew Rosko, Alexis Vesper, Erin (Christopher) Bruno, Lyndsay (Robert) Ward, Kirsten Book, Patrick and Sean O'Brian, and Meghan Rosko; his great-grandchildren J.J., Bennett, Adrian, Joey, Norah, and Roman; and also nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, John is preceded in death by his siblings Peter and George Rosko and Mary Pasinsky, and a grandson Brendan.
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June 09, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Sharon Ann Sabo, age 76, of Blaine Hill, passed away on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at Jefferson Hospital. She was a member of Dormition of the Blessed Virgin Mary Russian Orthodox Church in McKeesport. She enjoyed spending time with her family and loved her dogs. She liked gardening, cooking, baking, and taking care of her home. Born June 9, 1944 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late John E. and Anna (Homer) Buchina. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Joseph Sabo Jr.; son, Joseph J. (Diane) Sabo of Blaine Hill; daughter, Melanie Sabo of Blaine Hill; also, nieces, nephews, aunts and cousins. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Gene Buchina Sr. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, June 10, 2021 from 3-8 PM with Panachida at 7:30 PM. A funeral service will take place on Friday, June 11, 2021 at 10 AM in Dormition of the Blessed Virgin Mary Russian Orthodox Church in McKeesport with Fr. Dimitri Ermakov officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
June 08, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Helen L. Jordanhazy, fondly nicknamed “Bobbie”, age 89, of North Huntingdon, daughter of the late Frank Popeck and Catherine Krupinski Popeck Ayers, and stepfather, Theodore Ayers, was called peacefully home on Tuesday, June 8, 2021. The wings of her angel collection helped to carry her to Heaven where she was met by her loving husband, Robert E. Jordanhazy, and sons, Alan, Keith, and Charlie. She was also preceded in death by her siblings, Frank, Stanley, and Janet Popeck, as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews, and her brothers and sisters-in-law.
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June 08, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Donald F. Hart, 80, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Saturday, June 5, 2021. He was born March 10, 1941 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Elmer B. and Edith (Deeds) Hart. He was a graduate of McKeesport High School, obtained his B.S. in Mathematics from the West Virginia Wesleyan College and his M. ED. from the University of Pittsburgh. Donald worked as a Mathematics teacher for Elizabeth Forward School District, where he retired after 31 years. He was a member of the Wesley United Methodist Church in White Oak, where he held numerous leadership positions during his lifetime. These included many years as chairperson of the staff Parish Relations Committee and the church's delegate to the Western Pennsylvania Annual Conference. Donald was an avid reader, he enjoyed playing golf and was a member of several leagues, and was also a member of the Mon Yough Church Dartball League.
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June 08, 2021 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Sally M. Scalise, 90, of West Mifflin died March 12, 2020. She is the daughter of the late Louis and Gisel (Lucas) Juhasz and beloved wife of the late Frank V. Scalise. Sally is survived by her daughter Nicolette (Kevin) Laster; sons Mark Scalise and Gregory Scalise; grandson Jaxson Scalise; also nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son Frank C. Scalise; sister Geri Lozano and brothers Robert and Charles Vizzini. A memorial service and celebration of Sally's life will be held on Sunday, June 13, 2021, 11:00 am, at Terrace Church of the Nazarene in West Mifflin. Funeral arrangements by Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne.
June 07, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Gregg Allan Wilson, 34 of Youngwood died Monday, June 7, 2021 . He was born April 28, 1987 in Raleigh, North Carolina, a son of Gregg W. Wilson and Tracy Varner Carbone (Vince). Gregg graduated from Penn Trafford High School in 2005. He was an avid Steelers fan, even naming one of his three dogs, Binx, Chloe and Shazier after #50. Gregg enjoyed riding dirt bikes, motorcycles, and enjoyed walking his dogs. He was preceded in death by his fiance, Jamyshia. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his step children, Elijah and Dayvon, one sister Heather Wilson, a niece Addison Wilson. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Wednesday from 2-6:30 p.m. A service will be held at 7 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the family using our website funding page. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
June 07, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Bobbi Jo Swartz, 51, of Glassport, formerly of West Mifflin, died June 7, 2021. She is the daughter of Joanne (Swanson) Swartz and the late Ray Swartz. She is survived by her fiancé Paul Pipp, children Derrick Tamsula, Dave Tamsula, Dannielle Tamsula and Dehandrea Tamsula; grandchildren Hailee, Addison and Adyn; ex husband David Tamsula; sister Sandy Swartz; brother Allen (Mary Ann) Swartz; mother in law Cynthia Pipp; father in law Mack Clark and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister Kimberly Swartz. Bobbi Jo was loved by so many and touched so many lives with her zest for life. Her favorite saying was “Life is a climb and the view is great!” Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Thursday from 6 to 8.
June 07, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Paul J. Tkac, age 74, of White Oak, died on Saturday, June 5, 2021, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in McKeesport on January 2, 1947, and is the son of the late John and Beatrice (Barco) Tkac. He was a Route Manager with Distributors and Dealers for 30 years. Then worked with Comnet at the airport until “9-11” happened and he was laid off and then retired. He was a lifetime member of the White Oak #1 Volunteer Fire Department which during that time he served as a past president and fire chief. He volunteered with his son, John “JP” and then his daughter, Victoria also joined… whom with Paul have a combined community service of 75 years.
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June 07, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Edward R. Suckfiel, age 75, of White Oak, died June 4, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born January 29, 1946, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late James and Dorothy (Guntram) Suckfiel.
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June 07, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Donna Marie DiBattista Steiner, 71, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, June 6, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 28, 1949 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Dominic and Connie (DiMucci) DiBattista. Donna retired from McKeesport Hospital after 25 years of service and was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, relaxing in the sun, taking cruises and carrying on her mother's tradition of Sunday dinners, and especially honoring St. Joseph's Feast Day. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, James "Jimmy" DiBattista. She is survived by her loving husband, John "Jack" Steiner; daughters, Dena Worrall Ciccarelli and her husband, Rick, Jayme Worrall King and her husband, Bill; Stacey Steiner Chambers and her husband, Roger, Lori Tresnan and her husband, Tom; grandchildren, Brando, Ricco, Keira, Rachel, T.J. and Courtney; loving nephews, James (Cami) DiBattista and William (Jessica) DiBattista. Friends will be received from 2-8 p.m. on Wednesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday at 10 a.m. in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, North Huntingdon. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
June 07, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Jennifer Marie Morris, age 39, of McKeesport, died June 3, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport. Born January 8, 1982, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of Timothy (Suzan Gluscic) Gebis and Sarah (Reist) Gebis and the wife of Dale Morris.
Jennifer was currently working for Inferno Pizza of Elizabeth, where she was a cook. She formerly worked as a pastry chef, where she shared her delicious creations while working in Florida and Barbados. She was a graduate of South Allegheny High School and the International Culinary Academy of Pittsburgh. Jennifer was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish. She enjoyed baking, cooking, shopping, and following Pittsburgh Steelers football. Jennifer also loved her traveling adventures and scuba diving. She had an infectious laugh and was always joking around.
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June 06, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Mary Elaine (Lewis) Angeloff, 86, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Saturday June 5, 2021 at home, after losing a valiant battle with lung cancer. She was born on September 16, 1934 in West Elizabeth, the daughter of the late William J. and Margaret (Leightley) Lewis. Mary started working in finance at the former Haines grocery store on Route 51 by Century III mall and then worked as a lead teller for the Pittsburgh National Bank in McKeesport for nearly 20 years. In her spare time and hobby, Mary was fondly called the “cookie lady” and actively involved in supporting the community for over 30 years by literally baking thousands of dozens of homemade cookies for weddings and other special events and celebrations around the Pittsburgh area.
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June 04, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Stephanie Ann Carey, age 49 of McKeesport, passed away on Thursday, June 3, 2021 in UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born December 13, 1971 in McKeesport, she is the daughter of David and Janice (Harsmanka) Pysz. The office manager and an insurance agent for Klingensmith Insurance Agency in Versailles, besides her parents, Stephanie is survived by her husband Michael Carey, her son Adam Carey, her brother David M. Pysz, her brother-in-law Philip Carey, III, her nephew Layke Katona Pysz, and her great-aunts, great-uncles, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her father-and-mother-in-law Phil and Betty Carey, her grandparents Adam and Cecilia Harsmanka, and her aunt Lucille "Luba" Harsmanka.
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